Explore the Majestic Agua Caliente Hill

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from the Saguaro National Park East entrance located at 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85730. Once inside the park, follow Old Spanish Trail until you reach the intersection with Camino Loma Alta. Take a right onto Camino Loma Alta and continue until you reach the parking area for the Agua Caliente Hill trailhead. It is approximately a 30-minute drive from the park entrance to the trailhead. There is no additional cost for parking at the trailhead.

• Public Transportation

  Currently, there is limited public transportation directly to Saguaro National Park. However, you can take a bus to Tucson and then a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft to the Agua Caliente Hill trailhead. If you're starting from downtown Tucson, take Sun Tran bus Route 6 towards the Tucson Mall. From the mall, you can use a rideshare service to reach the trailhead, which is about a 25-minute ride. Be aware that rideshare services may incur additional costs.

• Hiking

  If you are already within Saguaro National Park and prefer hiking, you can access the Agua Caliente Hill via the Agua Caliente Trail. Start from the Agua Caliente Hill trailhead parking area and follow the marked trail that ascends to the summit. The hike is approximately 2 miles round trip and offers stunning views of the park. Ensure you have enough water and wear appropriate hiking gear.